Description
Book SynopsisDoes your CV have what it takes to impress recruiters and secure that all-important job interview?
Best-selling author and careers management expert Corinne Mills gives you all the tools you need to turn a straightforward historical record of your experience into a carefully crafted business proposal, which can communicate your professional brand and boost your online profile.
Whether you are seeking your first job, changing career or returning to work after a career gap, this indispensable guide takes you step by step through the process of constructing a professional and compelling CV that is guaranteed to capture the attention of employers and increase interview offers.
With useful sample CVs and information on the very latest recruitment technologies, including advice on using AI to create authentic content, Corinne’s practical tips will help you stand out from the crowd, maximise interview potential and fast-track your route to career success.
Table of ContentsCONTENTS
List of activities
About the author
Introduction
Part One Researching you
Chapter 1 Gathering the facts
Chapter 2 Prove yourself
Chapter 3 Highlighting your achievements
Chapter 4 So, what are you really like?
Part Two Match-making
Chapter 5 Show you are the perfect fit
Part Three Devising your CV
Chapter 6 Choice language
Chapter 7 The first half page of your CV
Chapter 8 Chronological CVs
Chapter 9 Functional CVs
Chapter 10 One-page CVs
Chapter 11 Developing your own CV website
Chapter 12 Making your CV look good
Chapter 13 CVs for specific career challenges
Part Four Using your CV
Chapter 14 Building an online CV
Chapter 15 Sending your CV by email
Chapter 16 Social media profiles
Chapter 17 Job search strategies
Part Five Additional Resources
Chapter 18 Other resources
Chapter 19 And finally...
